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The Pavilion At Kenton
401 East 20th Street, Covington, KY 41014
Ratings are based on the most recent data available; a facility's ratings may have changed since the last update. The health inspection rating is based on the three most recent standard surveys and complaint investigations. CMS processed this record on 1 Aug 2026. View the Care Compare record.
The Pavilion At Kenton, in Covington, Kentucky, is certified for 82 beds under for-profit, limited liability company ownership and belongs to the The Pavilion Group chain.
CMS gives it 1 of 5 stars overall, below the Kentucky median of 3; the health inspection rating is 1, staffing 1 and quality measures 2.
Inspectors recorded 24 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles (18, 3, 3 by cycle, most recent first), none at the actual-harm level. That is 29.3 per 100 beds, more than the state median of 12.1.
CMS lists no fines or payment denials against the facility in the period covered.
Reported nurse staffing is 2.9 hours per resident per day (0.6 RN), below the Kentucky median of 3.7; nursing staff turnover is 76.1%.
Compared with county, state and nation
| Measure | This facility | Kenton Co. median | Kentucky median | US average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating | 1 | 4 | 3 | 3.0 |
| Health citations, 3 cycles | 24 | 12 | 10 | 28.7 |
| Citations per 100 beds | 29.3 | 14.8 | 12.1 | 26.8 |
| Total nurse hours per resident day | 2.9 | 4.4 | 3.7 | 3.9 |
| RN hours per resident day | 0.6 | 0.6 | 0.7 | 0.7 |
| Nursing staff turnover | 76.1% | 52.5% | 45.1% | 45.8% |
| Fines listed | $0 | $0 | $0 | — |
County and state figures are medians across facilities (8 in the county, 267 in the state); the US column is the CMS national average where CMS publishes one.
Citations by survey cycle
Dark bar: this facility. Grey bar: Kentucky average per facility for the same cycle, as published by CMS. Standard health survey dates: 26 Mar 2026, 28 Feb 2025.
Severity mix: D ×7 E ×12 F ×5
Health deficiencies
Every health citation in the current CMS record (three survey cycles), most recent first. Tag text is the CMS requirement summary, not the inspection narrative.
Scope and severity letters (A–L)
| Survey date | Tag | What the tag requires | Severity | Type | Corrected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Mar 2026 | F0725 | Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. | F | Standard survey | 2 Jun 2026 |
| 26 Mar 2026 | F0804 | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. | F | Complaint investigation | 2 Jun 2026 |
| 26 Mar 2026 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | F | Complaint investigation | 2 Jun 2026 |
| 26 Mar 2026 | F0550 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | E | Standard survey | 2 Jun 2026 |
| 26 Mar 2026 | F0576 | Ensure residents have reasonable access to and privacy in their use of communication methods. | E | Standard survey | 2 Jun 2026 |
| 26 Mar 2026 | F0584 | Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. | E | Complaint investigation | 2 Jun 2026 |
| 26 Mar 2026 | F0585 | Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances. | E | Standard survey | 2 Jun 2026 |
| 26 Mar 2026 | F0656 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | E | Complaint investigation | 2 Jun 2026 |
| 26 Mar 2026 | F0693 | Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube. | E | Complaint investigation | 2 Jun 2026 |
| 26 Mar 2026 | F0699 | Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent. | E | Standard survey | 2 Jun 2026 |
| 26 Mar 2026 | F0761 | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. | E | Standard survey | 2 Jun 2026 |
| 26 Mar 2026 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | E | Complaint investigation | 2 Jun 2026 |
| 26 Mar 2026 | F0925 | Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. | E | Complaint investigation | 2 Jun 2026 |
| 26 Mar 2026 | F0558 | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. | D | Standard survey | 2 Jun 2026 |
| 26 Mar 2026 | F0628 | Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies. | D | Standard survey | 2 Jun 2026 |
| 26 Mar 2026 | F0679 | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. | D | Standard survey | 2 Jun 2026 |
| 26 Mar 2026 | F0698 | Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. | D | Standard survey | 2 Jun 2026 |
| 26 Mar 2026 | F0810 | Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance. | D | Standard survey | 2 Jun 2026 |
| 28 Feb 2025 | F0761 | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. | F | Standard survey | 3 Apr 2025 |
| 28 Feb 2025 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | F | Standard survey | 3 Apr 2025 |
| 28 Feb 2025 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | E | Standard survey | 3 Apr 2025 |
| 15 Jul 2021 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | E | Standard survey | 9 Sep 2021 |
| 15 Jul 2021 | F0755 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | D | Standard survey | 7 Aug 2021 |
| 15 Jul 2021 | F0842 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. | D | Standard survey | 7 Aug 2021 |
Penalties
CMS lists no fines or payment denials for this facility in the period covered.
Staffing
Hours per resident per day as reported through the Payroll-Based Journal; grey bars are the Kentucky average. Turnover: nursing staff 76.1%, RNs 66.7%; 2 administrators left in the reporting year.
Quality measures
| Measure | Residents | This facility | Kentucky median | US median |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | Long Stay | 9.0% | 13.0% | 12.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | Long Stay | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | Long Stay | 0.0% | 1.0% | 0.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | Long Stay | 3.1% | 3.5% | 2.8% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | Short Stay | 1.8% | 1.1% | 1.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | Long Stay | 12.4% | 13.0% | 12.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | Long Stay | 3.0% | 4.3% | 4.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | Long Stay | 19.4% | 15.0% | 13.4% |
Four-quarter averages for the measures CMS uses in the quality-measure star rating (2025Q2-2026Q1). Lower is better for every measure listed. Medians are computed across facilities on this site.
Ownership
Ownership type: for-profit, limited liability company. Legal business name: Pavilion At Kenton For Nursing And Rehabilitation Llc. Chain: The Pavilion Group (6 facilities).
| Organisation | Role in the CMS record | Interest | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wild Cat Holdings LLC | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED | 05/09/2017 |
| Wildcat Holding LLC | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED | 05/09/2017 |
| Nielk Equities LLC | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 25% | 05/09/2017 |
| Rainland Holdings LLC | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 5% | 01/01/2022 |
| The Pavilion At Kenton Property LLC | 5% or greater mortgage interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/09/2017 |
| Citrin Cooperman Advisors LLC | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/09/2017 |
| Fasten Halberstam LLP | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/09/2017 |
| Full Med Staffing LLC | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/09/2017 |
| Gale Healthcare Solutions LLC | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/09/2017 |
| Med-Net Compliance LLC | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2018 |
| Nielk Equities LLC | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/09/2017 |
| Ovation Rehabilitation Services LLC | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/09/2017 |
| Rainland Holdings LLC | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2022 |
| Wild Cat Holdings LLC | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/09/2017 |
Only organisations are shown. CMS also records individual owners, officers and managing employees; this site does not publish people's names.
Other nursing homes in Kenton County
| Facility | City | Beds | Overall | Health | Staffing | Citations | Per 100 beds | Fines | Last survey |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Elizabeth Edgewood SNF | Edgewood | 30 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 13.3 | — | 12 Feb 2026 |
| Rosedale Green | Covington | 176 | 4 | 5 | 2 | 7 | 4.0 | — | 17 Apr 2025 |
| Village Care Center | Erlanger | 100 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 18 | 18.0 | — | 19 Nov 2025 |
| Woodcrest Nursing and Rehabilitation Center | Elsmere | 127 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 3 | 2.4 | — | 22 May 2025 |
| Villaspring of Erlanger | Erlanger | 140 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 12 | 8.6 | — | 11 Sep 2025 |
| Emerald Trace | Elsmere | 54 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 8 | 14.8 | $9K | 22 Aug 2025 |
| Madonna Manor | Villa Hills | 60 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 21 | 35.0 | $181K | 5 Dec 2025 |
All 8 facilities in Kenton County
Questions and answers
How many deficiencies has The Pavilion At Kenton been cited for?
24 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles, 0 at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. The Kentucky median is 10 per facility.
Has The Pavilion At Kenton been fined?
CMS lists no fines against the facility in the period covered.
How does staffing at The Pavilion At Kenton compare?
Reported total nurse staffing is 2.9 hours per resident per day against a Kentucky median of 3.7 and a national average of 3.9.
Who operates The Pavilion At Kenton?
It is part of the The Pavilion Group chain. Ownership type is for-profit, limited liability company. Organisations in the CMS ownership record include Wild Cat Holdings LLC, Wildcat Holding LLC and Nielk Equities LLC. Individual owners and managers are not listed on this site.
When was The Pavilion At Kenton last inspected?
The most recent survey or investigation in the CMS record is dated 26 Mar 2026; the most recent standard health survey was 26 Mar 2026.
Where does this data come from?
All figures are from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Care Compare datasets (provider information, health deficiencies, penalties, ownership and quality measures), processed 1 Aug 2026. Ratings and citations may change; the Care Compare record is authoritative.
Provenance
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Care Compare nursing home datasets (provider information, health deficiencies, penalties, ownership, MDS quality measures, state and national averages), public domain, processed by CMS on 1 Aug 2026. Facility record: Care Compare. Errors in processing are corrected at the next daily build; see corrections.